A former Amish reality TV star took to TikTok to share an easy home sore throat remedy that’s been embraced by the Mennonite community.
Milo (@FloridaBoy920) Born and raised Amish and appearing on the latest season of Discovery Channel’s Naked and Afraid, he offered his 233,000 followers a two-ingredient solution.
“If your throat is irritated and cough suppressants and cough syrups don’t help, there are home remedies.”
Milo explained that home remedies are common among Amish people, who prefer to treat themselves rather than going to the hospital.
“All you need for this treatment is white vinegar and water. Take a cup and pour in half water and then half white vinegar to make a 50/50 mixture.”
Milo instructed his followers to stir the mixture thoroughly and gargle until their sore throats subsided.
“I did this when I had a bad sore throat and it worked every time,” he promised.
The comments section suggests Milo is true to his word. One user reported, “I was lying in bed with a sore throat and let me tell you, I just jumped out of bed. It’s 100% effective.”
“You’re doing the Lord’s work! Just doing this gave me so much relief,” said another.
Vinegar is It has been used as a measure against infectious diseases since ancient times.Especially by Hippocrates, the father of medicine. He used it to treat wounds and to create oxymel, a mixture of honey and vinegar used to relieve persistent coughs. Oxymel is an ancient treatment that continues to be used today.
Modern white vinegar is typically produced from the fermentation of grain alcohol. This type of liquor is not naturally rich in nutrients, so additives such as yeast and phosphates are often added to speed up the fermentation process.
Typically, the solution contains 4-7% acetic acid and 93-96% water.
Vinegar can kill germs and some germs due to its antibacterial properties. virus and treat yeast infections.
As The Post previously reported, a tablespoon of white vinegar diluted with water and consumed before meals has been shown to boost energy, manage blood sugar levels, and suppress appetite.
In addition, scientists at Albert Einstein College of Medicine Acetic acid contained in vinegar can effectively kill Mycobacterium tuberculosis, that causes tuberculosis (TB) makes vinegar a non-toxic and affordable treatment for one of the world’s most contagious diseases.
Vinegar exhibits antibacterial and antibacterial properties, but its effectiveness in treating sore throats in humans is still unclear.
Milo recently went viral on TikTok for his “Amish Amoxicillin” recipe.
This mixture contains apple cider vinegar, pineapple, ginger, turmeric, garlic, onion, lemon, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and honey.
Dilution and dosage are key, as white vinegar or apple cider vinegar, used neat or in large amounts, can have acidity that can lead to erosion of tooth enamel, digestive problems, and throat burns.
Additionally, vinegar can interact with certain medications, including insulin, diuretics, and medications used to treat heart disease.
Experts warn that while vinegar may soothe a sore throat, it should not replace professional medical advice and treatment.